Standing 6-foot-6, Patrick Lawrence has attracted the attention of college coaches. It's not just his height, but his pad level, explosiveness, and athleticism are quick to catch the eye as well. Then there is his frame. He's a lean 245 pounds with plenty of room to grow.

The Waxahachie, Texas offensive tackle earned second-team all-district honors for his efforts in 2012, and the recruiting process has already gotten interesting.